Dean of Students

Stress-Free Spring 2014, April 24-May 15

Stressed out during finals? Don't be! Relax! Enjoy a variety of campus activities,
and get free food, too! What activities? Think therapy dogs, playing with paint, yoga
and more, and did we say free food, too?

Thursday April 24

Spring Into Success3-5pmUniversity Union ClocktowerEnjoy a healthy snack while making your personal and academic goals for the rest of
the semester.

Comfort Animals at Newing Navy4-5pmNewing Co-Rec FieldNewing College Council will be offering residents the chance to come hangout with
comfort therapy dogs at Newing Navy.

The Ultimate Game4:30pmCIW Co-Rec FieldStarting to stress about finals? There's no better way to relieve stress than to get
some fresh air and some exercise! Join Dan in learning how to play Ultimate Frisbee
for an afternoon that's sure to be a great time. Bring friends!

Meditation Nation5pmSeneca 2/3 LoungeJoin RAs Neal and Ryan and Professor Charles Goodman to learn helpful meditation practices.
Herbal refreshments (tea) will be provided. The purpose of the event is to use professional
instruction to move meditation from the category of an abstract concept/practice to
a useful and applicable skill that residents will find beneficial throughout their
lives.

Sunset Hike6-8:30pmNature PreserveHike a nearby hilltop with time to catch your breath, relax and see the sun go down.
Clear your head and enjoy an early Spring night with us. Sign up in the Outdoor Pursuits
office, Rec Center Room 10, by Tuesday, April 22. FREE. Questions? Email: birdie@binghamton.edu

Thirsty Thursdays6pmOneida 2/3 LoungeWith finals and summer approaching, it is important to stay hydrated during this time.
Dehydration can not only cause your body physical harm but can also harm you mentally.
Dehydration can cause students to do poorly on exams due to its role when studying.
This event is to inform students about how to stay healthy during the last few weeks
in the semester and be able to maintain good grades while doing so

Friday April 25

Your Bicycle 1013:30-6:30pmRec Center Room 10We'll give you the basics of overall troubleshooting and take you through a pre-ride
inspection. Bring your questions! If weather permits, a fun bicycle rodeo will take
place in the East Gym tennis court parking lot E-1. Sign up in the Outdoor Pursuits
office, Rec Center Room 10, by Wednesday, April 23. $18 includes an emergency tool
kit; FREE w/out the kit. Questions? Email: birdie@binghamton.edu

Kan Jam Competition5pmOld Dickinson C-Rec FieldThe Dickinson Community's Advance Leadership Series participants will be hosting a
Kan Jam competition. This event is open to all of campus!

Saturday April 26

Hinman House PartyNoon-5pmHinman Co-Rec FieldSponsored by Hinman College Council, this event is an outdoor carnvial! Bouncy houses,
food, music and fun!

Sunday April 27

Tree ClimbingGroup 1: 11 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.Group 2: 1:45 - 4:30 p.m.Binghamton University TreesAscend 50 feet above ground and into the canopy of an oak tree! We'll introduce you
to the use of ropes and harnesses as you "climb" a tree. Space is limited. Sign up
early. Bring snacks or lunch, camera and a water bottle. Spectators are welcome. Meet
at the BOP office. Sign up in the Outdoor Pursuits office, Rec Center Room 10, by
Thursday, April 24. $15. Questions? Email: birdie@binghamton.edu

Stress-Less8pmJohnson Hall Great RoomThis event will cover the subject of managing one's health by pursuing and teaching
stress relieving activities to help manage stress in times of need. Such topics and
activities include a general nutrition and sleep presentation, making granola bars
and stress balls with ease, and a quick and relaxing yoga session. The event will
last approximately an hour and will hopefully leave residents feeling relaxed and
less stressed.

Monday April 28

Free Chair Massage5:30-7pmRec Center Wellness Services SuiteEnjoy a relaxaing chair massage! First come, first served in the Wellness Suite.

Bike Repair 2.06-8pmRec Center Room 10Learn to adjust those squeaky brakes, change a tire, or deal with a derailleur. We'll
give you the basics of overall troubleshooting and take you through a pre-ride inspection
in addition to helping you with the more complicated issues. Bring your replacement
parts along for installation assistance if you would like. Sign up in the Outdoor
Pursuits office, Rec Center - Room 10, by Friday, April 25. $18 includes an emergency
tool kit; FREE w/out the kit. Questions? Email: birdie@binghamton.edu

Thursday May 1

Friday May 2

River Trails and Ice Cream Bike Ride2-6pmBinghamtonPedal the historic Binghamton River Trail along the Chenango River. We'll show you
bicycle routes that will help you commute between downtown and campus without hitting
the Parkway. Bring $$ for a frozen yogurt stop on the way back. If you need a bike,
BOP bikes can be assigned for the ride. Local maps will be available. Meet outside
the Outdoor Pursuits office, side door of the East Gym with your bike. Sign up in
the Outdoor Pursuits office, Rec Center - Room 10, by Wednesday, April 30. $5 w/
BOP bike, FREE w/ your bike. Questions? Email: birdie@binghamton.edu

Saturday May 3

Spring Fling1pm-5pmPeace Quad & Spine of campusCome enjoy one of the best outdoor festivals of the year!

Sunday May 4

Wildflower and Spring Plant Hike9am-4pmLocal TrailsDiscover what is emerging in our forests on this leisurely hike along the Cayuga trail.
We'll take our time looking for and identifying both wild flowers and common woodland
plants. Dress for the weather, pack a lunch, snacks and a water bottle. Bring any
field guides or binoculars you might have. Sign up in the Outdoor Pursuits office,
Rec Center - Room 10, by Thursday, May 1. $5. Questions? Email: birdie@binghamton.edu

Build Your Own Finals Survival Kit8:30pmMohawk Great RoomCome down to the Mohawk Great Room and build your own finals survival kit. We will
have an assortment of snacks and brain food to choose from, along with other useful
tools (like pens/pencils/erasers) and tips to get through finals week!

Monday May 5

Make your own stress ball!1-4pmTillman LobbyTake a break from studying and make your own stress ball with the Alumni Association.

Cupcakes and Coloring7pmOnondaga 3rd Floor LoungeStressed out because Finals Week is approaching? Don't be! Come take a quick study
break with me and enjoy some cupcake decorating and coloring!

De-Stress-A-Palooza8pmO'Connor Great RoomProvide multiple ways for residents to de-stress through a candy/snack bar, balloon
animal making station, board game station, Just Dance (the dancing video game) station,
a coloring station, and a station to sign and draw on the O'Connor Banner.

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Free granola bars and fruit in the Residence Halls

Tuesday May 6

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Wednesday May 7

Hiking and YogaNoon-1pmMeet in front of Mohawk HallExperience a revitalizing blend of yoga and hiking as you explore the natural beauty
of the Nature Preserve. Bring a water bottle and yoga mat, if you would like. Wear
sturdy shoes. Meet in front of Mohawk Hall. Register at binghamton.edu/uctd; walk-in's welcome. Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Nerdy Jeremy T.I.S. (The Inspirational Series)9pmRafuse Hall Great RoomParticipate in a coffee and teas study break and watch an inspirational video!

Free Day of FitnessAll DayRec CenterFitspace will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with a valid Binghamton
University ID card.

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Thursday May 8

Smash Away Your Stress3-6pmOutside on the SpineCome smash and hammer plates and tiles to get your stress out. Tiles and plates will
then be donated to Art Department or you can stay and make a mosaic.

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Friday May 9

"Study Swag" GiveawayAll morningAll campus (look for the spirit-mobile)Can you answer a few simple questions about study habits? How much sleep should you
really be getting? Is it better to study in the same location every day, or move around?
Learn what works best for you and get some "study swag" to help get you through finals
week.

Water Balloon Fight: Corporations vs The PeopleNoonHinman Co-Rec FieldJoin Democracy Matters as we turn the stress of finals into the kinetic energy of
throwing water balloons, while learning about money in politics! Participants should sign up here. So, come let off some steam, enjoy the beautiful spring weather and get a little
wet!

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Saturday May 10

Free Chair Massages12:30-2pmRec Center Wellness Services SuiteEnjoy a relaxaing chair massage! First come, first served in the Wellness Suite.

Study Break1-5pmLN 1402Enjoy some time away from exams! Stop by and enjoy fun activities, meditation tips,
grab some free food and learn helpful information that will help you ace that exam!
Free and open to all students!

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Complimentary cookie or drip coffee4-6pmJazzmans Library

Sunday May 11

Exam Week Breakfast BagsWindham HallStudents will come and grab quick to eat breakfast items to help promote healthy eating
and preparation for final exams.

Relax, Recharge, and Study!9pm-2amMandela RoomNeed extra study space? Need an extra outlet to charge your computer? Mandela Room
will be open late with healthy snacks and extra surge protectors.

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Monday May 12

Exam Break8pmWindham HallStudents will be invited to come down to the Great Room and engage in some quick games
and snacks for an Exam Break.

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Free granola bars and fruit in the Residence Halls

Tuesday May 13

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Wednesday May 14

Free Chair Massages3:30-5pmRec Center Wellness Services SuiteEnjoy a relaxaing chair massage! First come, first served in the Wellness Suite.

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu

Thursday May 15

Free Group Fitness ClassesAll dayRec CenterAll Group Fitness classes will be free and open to students, faculty and staff with
a valid Binghamton University ID card. Check out play.binghamton.edu for full schedule.
Questions? Email: pdowd@binghamton.edu